First Scorpions, now Priest...

MetalGuy71 wrote:

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When asked about PRIEST's announcement that it was embarking on its final tour beginning next year, Halford replied, "Well, they do say that all good things come to an end and that's probably the case in this case. But I'm delighted that, of course, the HALFORD band is gonna be storming forward in the metal future, and that's gotta be good news."

So I'm still not convinced that Judas Priest is calling it a day altogether. Done touring? Probably. Done recording? Nah. I still think there's another album or 2 in their future. Maybe Glen wants to do another solo album in the meantime?

Speaking of JP members, has KK or Ian ever done anything outside of Priest? Just wondering?

Nothing I can think of.

KK did some guest solos on some power metal CD several years ago.

Really a big shame. Never got to see Priest live so I hope I see them this time. One can only hope...and also hope for say - "Saints In Hell", "Stained Class", "Savage" and "Burnin' Up". I would love to have those tracks mingled among the classics.

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But I'm delighted that, of course, the HALFORD band is gonna be storming forward in the metal future, and that's gotta be good news."

I'm not surprised... since his band is close to half his age.

I can see Glenn or KK doing some new band together or solo projects, it just won't be full time like Priest.

Ian Hill had a great career just showing up and playing bass for 40 years...

Scott Travis may do another Racer X album or join a new band as well.

I would wish for a final Priest album before any disbanding. An album in the style of my personal favourite "Stained Class" would be something to behold. Wonder if they still got that in them?

Alex Dee Rokket wrote:

That sucks!

I think it's better for Priest to retire while they are still able to play their songs live with the energy those songs require. Plus, Priest's shows have always been energetic and I couldn't see them doing their guitar moves for much longer.

Yes, they will be retiring IN STYLE!

I'm not surprised by the news. Honestly, I was kinda expecting it to happen.

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But a spokesman tells RockAAA: “This is the end of Judas Priest doing major world tours – but not the end of the band, thank Heaven.”

http://www.rockaaa.com/news/official-%E2%80%93-its-not-the-end-of-priest-1300

Bad news.

I grew up listening to Priest, and they have always been among my top five bands ever.

Although i loved Nostradamus a lot, i really hoped that they would have ended their career on a higher note, with a far more "PRIEST" album.

Hell, i wish they'd make another painkiller before retiring.

I've seen them three times. Once with Ripper.

tul wrote:

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But a spokesman tells RockAAA: “This is the end of Judas Priest doing major world tours – but not the end of the band, thank Heaven.”

http://www.rockaaa.com/news/official-%E2%80%93-its-not-the-end-of-priest-1300

My complaint about Priest retiring like this, is that they are not leaving us with some kind of farewell album. Their final album is Nostradamus I have grown to like that album but not doing a final album sucks

Boy, this is a bummer. I've never seen Priest before, and they are one of my favorite bands. I'll really have to catch them this time.

http://www.ultimate-guitar.com/news/general_music_news/rob_halford_on_judas_priests_final_tour.html

Ben Grimm wrote:

My complaint about Priest retiring like this, is that they are not leaving us with some kind of farewell album. Their final album is Nostradamus I have grown to like that album but not doing a final album sucks

They all worked their butts off on Nostradamus and it tanked hard. They probably see an album as something not worth the effort that it would take. All that work for an album hardly anyone liked.

Shawn Of Fire wrote:

Ben Grimm wrote:

My complaint about Priest retiring like this, is that they are not leaving us with some kind of farewell album. Their final album is Nostradamus I have grown to like that album but not doing a final album sucks

They all worked their butts off on Nostradamus and it tanked hard. They probably see an album as something not worth the effort that it would take. All that work for an album hardly anyone liked.

plus the article said they were retiring from touring, not retiring altogether.

When i heard about this for the first time my heart skipped a beat, would i have to go through my life not having seen judas priest live once? Then i saw that thier, presumbly, last show ever in Sweden would be at the Sweden Rock Festival, which i have a ticket for since 2 months back, all is well now

From bravewords.com:

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According to a brief update at the band's website, the members of JUDAS PRIEST are working together on writing new material.

Says the band, "All is going really well - more details later!"

Metal Misfit wrote:

From bravewords.com:

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According to a brief update at the band's website, the members of JUDAS PRIEST are working together on writing new material.

Says the band, "All is going really well - more details later!"

Excellent news!!!!!!

Metal Misfit wrote:

From bravewords.com:

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According to a brief update at the band's website, the members of JUDAS PRIEST are working together on writing new material.

Says the band, "All is going really well - more details later!"

Yeah, I just read an article on the Classic Rock magazine website that they will not do another world tour, but they are currently writing material for a new album. AWESOME!

More great news! KISS will start recording their new album in March. Paul Stanley producing.

My top two favorite bands are still in the business!

That's good news. Better to have a "studio-only" Judas Priest in the future than no Judas Priest at all.

Fat Freddy wrote:

That's good news. Better to have a "studio-only" Judas Priest in the future than no Judas Priest at all.

Especially after Nostradamus.

DallasBlack wrote:

Fat Freddy wrote:

That's good news. Better to have a "studio-only" Judas Priest in the future than no Judas Priest at all.

Especially after Nostradamus.

What do you mean? That was a great album.

ZetaReticuli wrote:

DallasBlack wrote:

Fat Freddy wrote:

That's good news. Better to have a "studio-only" Judas Priest in the future than no Judas Priest at all.

Especially after Nostradamus.

What do you mean? That was a great album.

If you mean compared to Turbo or Demolition, then you're right.

Seriously, Nostradamus has some good songs on it and if it was half as long it would be much more enjoyable. However, it is my least played JP album along with the other two I mentioned and Rocka Rolla (but that one's not because of the songs I just haven't listened to it much).